Nisei Soldier

Standard Bearer for an Exiled People

A documentary focusing on the heroism and moral dilemmas of the Japanese American men who fought bravely to liberate European towns during World War II while the rights of their incarcerated families were denied at home.

Blue Ribbon, American Film Festival (NY); Gold Medal, New York International Film & Video Festival; Silver Plaque, Chicago International Film Festival

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